Botox and natural antibiotics? Does it interfere?

Question

I had a botox injection yesterday and today I have taken some natural antibiotics like garlic, coconut oil and boswellia. Does it interfere with the botox? I have read that botox doesn't work in combination with antibiotics

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

botox has no interactions with antibiotics so i would not worry about your outcome being changed.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Philip K. Robb Jr., MD, FACS · Answer

You shouldn't have any problems with the Botox working- it should work just fine. You may have some increased bruising as Garlic and some other herbal medications can thin the blood just a bit. No long term worries though!

Have a great day!

Have a great day!

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.I have never heard of any interactions between Botox and the use of prescription antibiotics. The things you listed are herbal supplements.

Michael Hromadka, MD · Answer

Hi ~ Great Question. The supplements that you are taking garlic, coconut oil, and boswellia should not change the way your Botox treatment will work. It should have the same efficacy of 3-4 months.

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. The natural antibiotics you are talking about will not have any effect on your Botox result. However, I recommend avoid taking fish oil supplements for a minimum of one week before your Botox injections. This is to help reduce the risk of bruising. Best of Luck!

Botox and natural antibiotics? Does it interfere?

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